Aegon quits UK's Group Risk market

International health insurance is an area where quality and service count. Mark Coleman outlines some questions for providers in the international PMI market.

The UK obesity epidemic is not without repercussions in the insurance industry. James Shattock explains.

Anne has recently been made redundant. As part of her employment package with her former employers, she was enrolled on a corporate PMI scheme. She wishes to carry on with this policy but does not believe that she can continue on the same terms as an...

People with impaired lives are vulnerable and in need of protection, Nicky Bray explores why it is so important for them to take out the right cover to protect both their dependants and themselves.

Last month, I covered some of the outstanding matters raised in the IP Task Force White Paper that need to be resolved in order to remove any potential consumer detriment at claims stage for income protection (IP) insurance.

The US government and benefits' systems is in need of serious reform. But how far has this situation gone? Paul Robertson talks to David John to find out.

In tight times companies can see PMI as a luxury. What can an adviser do to counter these thoughts? Alistair Sclare looks at the opposing arguments.

In light of ever-changing customer needs and expectations, firms are constantly evolving TCF practices. Customer service specialist Derek Bishop explains how businesses can live up to TCF regulations.

Not all advisers are protection experts. So what would be good advice for those turning to the market? Alan Dring advises gathering specific client information.